stch's bloghttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/blog/584
To promote and inspire men who knit.enSweater & Scarfhttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/9749
<p>Gosh! It has been a quite a while since I've posted here, beyond a few comments. So, I thought I'd best share a couple of recently completed projects. </p>
<p>The sweater is the Aran Raglan featured on the cover of a booklet from Patons titled "Men" (product #500840). Working on this project was a mixed bag of enjoyment and frustration, as well, it offered the opportunity to reacquaint myself with working with charts, and to improve my skills with knitting cables. I followed the pattern as written, but, extended the length of the collar by 1.5 inches. This provided extra height, and will delightfully cover the upper portion of the neck up to the lower jaw that is oft times left bare iether by the standard sized collar not being long enough, and with scarves having a tendency to shift during Winter activities. The yarn used was Patons Classic Wool in the colour Woodrose Heather.</p>
<p>The scarf is a basic 2X2 rib knitted on 2.75mm (US 2) needles (with a 1X1 rib over the first 4 and last 4 stitches along both sides). I used Mountain Color's line of Bearfoot yarn in the colourway of Moose Creek. The knitted dimensions of the scarf measure at 6.5 inches in width by 69 inches in length, and with the addition of fringe the completed length is 84 inches.</p>
<p>Initially I'd knitted both items to be coordinates with other garments, but, the colours of each compliment the other rather nicely that I'd decided to pair the two. I'm quite pleased with the final results of each piece, and am now quite patiently awaiting the arrival of (please don't yell at me for this four letter word) snow.</p>
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http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/9749#commentsWed, 04 Nov 2009 02:13:54 +0000stch9749 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityanother knit book for guyshttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/4103
<p>In early June '08 a book is slated to be released, titled "Knits for Men: 20 Sweaters, Vests, and Accessories" authored by Margaret Hubert, in paperback form.<br />
I've not, as of yet, found a preview of the book's content, beyond the availability for pre-ordering listed on Amazon and ecampus.</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/4103#commentsTue, 01 Jan 2008 06:30:20 +0000stch4103 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityKnit Out & Crochet 2008http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/3953
<p>at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN will be on the 16 &amp; 17 February. For information on the scheduled events, discounts on travel, and lodgings visit the Craft Yarn Council's website at http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/knitoutbrochure.html<br />
As I had done at the 2007 event, I'm planning on being attendance both days. </p>
<p>The weekend of 9 &amp; 10 February 2008 the 4th annual Pittsburgh Knit &amp; Crochet Festival will be held. Further information can be found at the Craft Yarn Council's website, as well as, at www.pghknitandcrochet.com</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/3953#commentsThu, 20 Dec 2007 08:18:56 +0000stch3953 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityCurioushttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/3064
<p>It has been fascinating when reading through the postings to see the various terms applied to different garments. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a website or book (preferred) that provides a definition/illustration of the assorted terms used for men's garments? A couple that stand out are jumper/sweater and waistecoat/vest.<br />
Another curiousity that has been of note as of late is that the t-neck/high collar sweater pattens available have the t-neck knitted to a length that doesn't roll down. Is this a traditional style of the neckline? or is it specific to hand knits? or is it an up and coming trend?<br />
Thank you.</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/3064#commentsMon, 10 Sep 2007 18:51:45 +0000stch3064 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityKnit-Out & Crochet 17-18 February 2007http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1930
<p>The weekend of 17-18 February 2007 at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, the Craft Yarn Council is sponsoring a Knit-Out and Crochet event. Information can be found at the following websites: www.craftyarncouncil.com and at www.Knit-Out.com. I've posted on my blog other tidbits of information/links if your interested in attending.</p>
<p>I'll be there...being so close how could I miss it?</p>
<p>(sorry I didn't put this into the "upcoming events" area...I just couldn't quite figure out how to post it.)</p>
<p>Hope to see ya there!</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1930#commentsSat, 20 Jan 2007 21:25:24 +0000stch1930 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityHappy New Yearhttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1819
<p>Hi guys,</p>
<p>Wishes for you all to have a safe and very Happy New Year.</p>
<p>It'll be a quiet and early evening here spent working on another pair of slouch socks. After all the activity of the past week, it'll be a very pleasent time to just relax.</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1819#commentsMon, 01 Jan 2007 03:30:13 +0000stch1819 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityGreetings and wishes to all for a grand Holiday Seasonhttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1754
<p>Gosh!! It has been far too long since I'd last posted here. Thank you all for your greetings and welcoming to the site. It's been wonderful viewing all the knitted items that everyone has been working on, and all the tremendous information that has been shared.</p>
<p>These past few months have been rather hectic, with too much knitting and crocheting of Holiday gifts to be completed, along with the onset of the Winter products arriving in the store and all the hustle and bustle of getting it to the salesfloor; not to mention the assisting of customers in making their choices.</p>
<p>To date I've completed six pairs of socks, four hats and accompanying scarves and mittens, a sweater, and a few comforters, and successfully had them mailed in time to arrive at thier destinations before the Holidays.</p>
<p>Hope everyone has a very joyous Holiday.</p>
<p>stch</p>
http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1754#commentsSat, 23 Dec 2006 19:47:40 +0000stch1754 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/communityhellohttp://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1118
<p>I'm another recent new member. Figured I'd better set down the knitting for bit, and say hello. &quot;Hello&quot; &nbsp;I'd initially learned to knit in the single digit years of age(between 6 - 9),&nbsp;after quite a long&nbsp;time away from the needles (decades); a few years ago I once again picked them up and have been reacquainting myself with knitting. </p>
<p>The part of knitting that I have difficulty with is the finishings of a project (blocking, and assembly). With time and practice, hopefully, the abilities will improve.</p>
<p>I've enjoyed visiting the site often, and am excited to have finally joined. Thank you.</p>
<p>stch</p>
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http://www.menwhoknit.com/community/node/1118#commentsFri, 25 Aug 2006 02:01:56 +0000stch1118 at http://www.menwhoknit.com/community